Back to business: CE Business Canterbury, Leeann Watson

In my last column, we announced that our name was changing from Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce to Business Canterbury. Since then, we have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our members and business community about how our new name better reflects what we do and who we support. On behalf of Business Canterbury, […]

The beauty of wood: Megrame Oceania

From its warm, glowing good looks, to its sustainability benefits, wood is a preferential choice in windows and doors throughout the world. Today, timber and timber/aluminium-clad windows and doors can be highly engineered, precision components, built to the most demanding thermal and security specifications, with low maintenance intervals and a long service life. […]

Get out and enjoy: Christchurch City Mayor, Phil Mauger

I hope you have had a chance to relax and unwind over the summer break. The weather finally came good, and Chrissy and I enjoyed plenty of time on the water with the kids and grandkids, fishing and swimming, as well as spending some quality fun time over the hill in Akaroa. It […]

Are ‘catios’ the answer?

New Zealand is a nation of cat lovers, but their impact on native birdlife cannot be ignored. University of Canterbury master’s student Sarah Chamberlain says “We have one of the highest rates of cat ownership in the world.” One solution to stopping our beloved felines from pushing native bird species to extinction are […]

Say yes to the address: Riverview Lodge

Let’s face it: big weddings are not for everyone. Celebrating your love in a ceremony is an extremely personal and poignant affair. Why not say your ‘I do’s with an intimate and elegant elopement? Whilst expeditious, delightfully romantic, and tastefully charming, it is also practical, budget-friendly, and indulgently relaxing for all concerned, particularly […]

Just peachy

Pantone have announced that their pick for Colour of the Year 2024 is Peach Fuzz. A hue ‘softly nestled between pink and orange’, it contrasts well with various shades of green and blue, with neutrals such as white, gray, and beige, and with metallic rose gold, silver, and pewter. Various shades of red […]